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Children use play as a powerful form of communication—expressing their thoughts, feelings, and wishes through their actions and storytelling. Likewise, the language we use with children holds immense power when used intentionally. Yet, in everyday interactions, adults often fall back on praise to reinforce prosocial behaviour, without always considering its deeper impact. In Child-Centred Play […]
In recent years, awareness around neurodiversity has grown, along with the understanding that therapeutic spaces must be inclusive, affirming, and supportive of children with diverse neurological profiles. Among the therapeutic approaches gaining recognition, play therapy stands out for its unique ability to support children’s emotional, cognitive, and social development—aligning with the brain’s natural processes for
A common revelation for many parents and caregivers I have the honour of working with is just how important a child’s play – their play – is. And I say important because a child uses play to make sense of the world, to process events and interactions with peers, family members, and other significant people in
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By Amy Baillie, Synergetic Play Therapist / Children’s Counsellor / Parent Coach. If your child is experiencing big emotions, you might begin to explore what might help. You are likely to come across many different options including therapy and medication. You might even ask the question; do you need to choose just one? Or do
At CoRe Kids Therapy, we offer a School Readiness Program designed to help children adjust to the classroom setting and succeed academically.
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Introduction: Childhood should be a time of innocence, joy, and carefree play. However, for children who have experienced trauma, their world may be clouded by fear, anxiety, and emotional distress. Play therapy emerges as a beacon of hope, offering a unique and effective approach to help these young souls navigate the path to healing. In
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The transition from early childhood to formal education is a critical milestone in a child’s development. School readiness programs play a pivotal role in ensuring that children are adequately prepared for the challenges of the academic environment.
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Introduction Sibling bonds are a cornerstone of a child’s social and emotional growth, shaping their development in profound ways. Amidst the complexities of sibling dynamics, Theraplay emerges as a transformative tool for nurturing these connections. In this blog, we delve into the dynamic role of Theraplay in fortifying sibling bonds, fostering deeper connections, and cultivating
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Written by Amy Baillie, Synergetic Play Therapist / Children’s Counsellor / Parent Coach Play therapy , and particularly non-directive or child-led play therapies can sometimes look like the therapist is just playing with your child. Your child may even tell you that they got the therapist to play a game with them that they play
Directive and Non-Directive approaches Written by Amy Baillie, Synergetic Play Therapist / Children’s Counsellor / Parent Coach All play therapy modalities focus on understanding how children use play as part of their communication, However, it can be delivered in a range of formats that aim to target the specific needs of your child. Some of